“Every setback is a setup for a comeback — because even in a loss, there is always something to learn.”With this as their key takeaway, Dhruvi Mehta (XD), Manvi Gulecha (XC), and Khyati Rathi (XA) proudly represented RKK in the online TimeSnap event hosted by Miles Bronson Residential School under the flagship of AFS, held between 20th May and 21st June 2025. The event was a creative, time-travel-themed initiative that encouraged students to explore a historical era or culture through the lens of a handcrafted scrapbook. Participants were invited to blend facts with imagination, using diary entries, visuals, and storytelling to bring history to life in a personal and meaningful way. Although the RKK team did not make it to the final round, the experience proved to be an enriching and inspiring one for them. Their scrapbook, titled “Dust of the Dynasty,” explored the fall of China’s 2000-year-old imperial rule through the eyes of a fictional journalist, Li Wenhua. Combining historical insight with narrative flair, their work featured reflective writing, original sketches, and creative cultural elements that brought the past vividly into focus. It was not just about retelling history — it was about reliving it. Throughout the process, they discovered the value of teamwork, empathy, and the art of powerful storytelling. While the competition outcome didn’t place them among the finalists, the learning, growth, and memories they gained from the journey are what truly defined their success.
